Signification
Literal or metaphorical shock.
Contexte culturel
Poles often use this to describe political or economic shifts. The 'cold shower' metaphor is widespread across European languages. In corporate settings, it is a polite way to tell someone their plan is flawed.
Use it as a noun
Always treat it as a noun phrase. It is not a verb.
Be direct
Poles appreciate the honesty this phrase implies.
Signification
Literal or metaphorical shock.
Use it as a noun
Always treat it as a noun phrase. It is not a verb.
Be direct
Poles appreciate the honesty this phrase implies.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
Po porażce, to był dla niego ____.
The idiom is 'zimny prysznic'.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesPo porażce, to był dla niego ____.
The idiom is 'zimny prysznic'.
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Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, it is just direct.
Yes, 'Dostałem zimny prysznic' is common.
Expressions liées
Kubeł zimnej wody
synonymA bucket of cold water
Otrzeźwienie
similarSobering up
Zderzenie z rzeczywistością
similarCollision with reality
